Gauteng schools are facing an intensified fight against crime, substance abuse, gangsterism and the possession of dangerous weapons. Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile has so far joined and led search-and-seizure operations at 23 schools, with law-enforcement and security partners.

The National Briefing · Sep 10, 2026 · 7m

Gauteng schools are facing an intensified fight against crime, substance abuse, gangsterism and the possession of dangerous weapons. Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile has so far joined and led search-and-seizure operations at 23 schools, with law-enforcement and security partners. The operations have uncovered knives, suspected illegal substances, disposable vapes, cigarettes and other prohibited items.

Guest: Onwabile Lubhelwana - Gauteng Education Department spokesperson